Let’s put my expenses aside for now.
Not to speak lightly… because the demon tribesman, introduced to me by Ms. Kriemhild, had just arrived.
She was a petite demoness.
For the demons, the men are the ones who fight.
The logistical support was shared by the women.
She was in her twenties, with silver hair, green eyes, fair complexion, and a slightly slanted look in her eyes.
She looked strong-willed, but there was no way to tell her personality.
The woman bowed.
“I am Rebecca Zimmermann, recommended by Ms. Kriemhild. I have been told that you are interested in creating a new magic item. Please call me Rebecca.”
I was surprised by her rather low voice.
I didn’t care about her voice because it had nothing to do with her technique.
“Thank you for coming. Ms. Rebecca, did you hear what kind of items I would like?”
Rebecca nodded strongly.
“Yes, I have heard that you want to transmit information without familiars.”
“We need you to develop it. We are willing to pay for it. The first step is to make it happen. Reducing costs for practical use would be the next step.”
Rebecca’s eyes lit up.
“Are you sure?”
“If we can put it to practical use, it will be of tremendous value. That’s why I want you to join the Science and Technology Department to develop it.”
Rebecca nodded her head.
“The Science and Technology Department? I thought the development there had nothing to do with magic items.”
It certainly seems that way normally.
But it isn’t.
“It was because there was no one who could make magic items. If you divide the development of new technology into separate departments… there is a waste of accumulated knowledge. Each might be researching the same thing.”
“Waste? I don’t think they should intersect in the first place.”
“Certainly the driving force is divided between magic and mechanism. But they will not be separate forever.”
Rebecca folded her arms and thought about it.
“I had heard that… Lord Alfred was going to say something outrageous… Do you see potential in a thing whose future is uncertain?”
I didn’t say anything outrageous.
“I’m not talking about whether or not I see potential. Who decided that magic items and technology don’t mix? That is exactly the rule that people have come up with on their own. If you try it and it doesn’t work, that’s okay. You don’t decide without trying…that’s all there is to it.”
Rebecca gave me a slightly stern look.
I wonder if she has pride in her craftsmanship.
If that’s the case, it’ll be quick.
“I certainly don’t deny my assumptions. But there is no guarantee that it will produce results. Wouldn’t it be a waste of money if we put all our money into something like that?”
It’s usually the other way around.
A subordinate wants to be adventurous, and the boss is supposed to stop him.
""
I laughed and scratched my head.
“You can’t rely on guarantees when you’re opening up a new path. I will take responsibility. Ms. Rebecca, when you are making an item, have you ever thought that you would like to try a different method than the one you are used to?”
“I have done that. But that is within the framework of making magic items.”
She’s stubborn.
But when that person can be persuaded, they take it seriously.
It’s worth the persuasion.
“You don’t have to fuse them together out of the blue. Magic items do not have to be made by hand. You can start from that point. If there were separate development departments, they wouldn’t cooperate unless there was a guarantee.”
She seems to understand that part.
Rebecca’s expression softened.
“I will be honest with you. It’s hard for me to say, “I understand”… But you persuaded me, not ordered me… I understand that. Please allow me to respond to your consideration.”
That’s not a perfect score indeed for a one-shot deal.
But it’s better than being rejected out of hand.
“Yes, and so I propose specific guidelines. Voice and image can be transmitted to one side. Use the two types of production as a starting point.”
“Is it really necessary to go through all those steps? It takes time, doesn’t it?”
Trial and error are inefficient if you mix too many conditions at once.
“It doesn’t matter. It’s the pain of birth. But the accumulation will be useful in the future.”
Rebecca looked at me seriously and started laughing.
“I’m sorry I laughed. I think you are older than I am, Lord Alfred, no matter what you say.”
What do you mean?
After Rebecca left, Mil and Kiara started laughing uncontrollably.
I was about to protest when someone entered the room.
It was Jules.
“Sir Jules, is there a problem?”
“No, I am here to report that the training of 50 Elite Guards has been completed.”
That’s a lot of people all at once.
“Thank you for the hard work. Is everything all right with the other thing I asked you to do?”
“Yes, the ship maneuvering technology has been fully endorsed. We can sail up the river even in adverse winds. I will introduce them to my lord in due course.”
Although not marines, I wanted to be able to make an assault landing from a ship.
“Then, please continue your training in shiphandling. And then there’s the Navy… It’s frustrating that we can’t find anyone who falls into that category.”
Jules smiled.
“An old friend of Sir Rossi’s has volunteered and is being interviewed. When he was in his old domain, he was mainly in charge of ship operations. If there are no problems, I can introduce him to my lord.”
That’s a big help.
After finishing his report, Jules left in high spirits.
Then, finally, I thought I finally get a breath of fresh air… the door opened, the assistant aides walked in.
It was a festival day, but I’m very busy.
The aide reported that I had an appointment with Isabeau, the merchant.
Let’s get it all done at once anyway.
I told her I would see her as soon as possible.
Mil and Kiara looked at each other and laughed.
I couldn’t help but look at them.
“Is there something wrong?”
Mil stopped laughing and became serious.
“No, it’s not that, it’s just that having Al there made it so much easier. That’s why we both laughed.”
Kiara, too, became serious.
“Yes, we were both freaking out just by the idea of visitors. Thanks to Brother barrier, we don’t have to worry about it anymore.”
After a study, it’s a barrier now?
What the hell do you think I am…
Seeing my stunned expression, they started laughing again.
Let’s put my expenses aside for now.
Not to speak lightly… because the demon tribesman, introduced to me by Ms. Kriemhild, had just arrived.
She was a petite demoness.
For the demons, the men are the ones who fight.
The logistical support was shared by the women.
She was in her twenties, with silver hair, green eyes, fair complexion, and a slightly slanted look in her eyes.
She looked strong-willed, but there was no way to tell her personality.
The woman bowed.
“I am Rebecca Zimmermann, recommended by Ms. Kriemhild. I have been told that you are interested in creating a new magic item. Please call me Rebecca.”
I was surprised by her rather low voice.
I didn’t care about her voice because it had nothing to do with her technique.
“Thank you for coming. Ms. Rebecca, did you hear what kind of items I would like?”
Rebecca nodded strongly.
“Yes, I have heard that you want to transmit information without familiars.”
“We need you to develop it. We are willing to pay for it. The first step is to make it happen. Reducing costs for practical use would be the next step.”
Rebecca’s eyes lit up.
“Are you sure?”
“If we can put it to practical use, it will be of tremendous value. That’s why I want you to join the Science and Technology Department to develop it.”
Rebecca nodded her head.
“The Science and Technology Department? I thought the development there had nothing to do with magic items.”
It certainly seems that way normally.
But it isn’t.
“It was because there was no one who could make magic items. If you divide the development of new technology into separate departments… there is a waste of accumulated knowledge. Each might be researching the same thing.”
“Waste? I don’t think they should intersect in the first place.”
“Certainly the driving force is divided between magic and mechanism. But they will not be separate forever.”
Rebecca folded her arms and thought about it.
“I had heard that… Lord Alfred was going to say something outrageous… Do you see potential in a thing whose future is uncertain?”
I didn’t say anything outrageous.
“I’m not talking about whether or not I see potential. Who decided that magic items and technology don’t mix? That is exactly the rule that people have come up with on their own. If you try it and it doesn’t work, that’s okay. You don’t decide without trying…that’s all there is to it.”
Rebecca gave me a slightly stern look.
I wonder if she has pride in her craftsmanship.
If that’s the case, it’ll be quick.
“I certainly don’t deny my assumptions. But there is no guarantee that it will produce results. Wouldn’t it be a waste of money if we put all our money into something like that?”
It’s usually the other way around.
A subordinate wants to be adventurous, and the boss is supposed to stop him.
""
I laughed and scratched my head.
“You can’t rely on guarantees when you’re opening up a new path. I will take responsibility. Ms. Rebecca, when you are making an item, have you ever thought that you would like to try a different method than the one you are used to?”
“I have done that. But that is within the framework of making magic items.”
She’s stubborn.
But when that person can be persuaded, they take it seriously.
It’s worth the persuasion.
“You don’t have to fuse them together out of the blue. Magic items do not have to be made by hand. You can start from that point. If there were separate development departments, they wouldn’t cooperate unless there was a guarantee.”
She seems to understand that part.
Rebecca’s expression softened.
“I will be honest with you. It’s hard for me to say, “I understand”… But you persuaded me, not ordered me… I understand that. Please allow me to respond to your consideration.”
That’s not a perfect score indeed for a one-shot deal.
But it’s better than being rejected out of hand.
“Yes, and so I propose specific guidelines. Voice and image can be transmitted to one side. Use the two types of production as a starting point.”
“Is it really necessary to go through all those steps? It takes time, doesn’t it?”
Trial and error are inefficient if you mix too many conditions at once.
“It doesn’t matter. It’s the pain of birth. But the accumulation will be useful in the future.”
Rebecca looked at me seriously and started laughing.
“I’m sorry I laughed. I think you are older than I am, Lord Alfred, no matter what you say.”
What do you mean?
After Rebecca left, Mil and Kiara started laughing uncontrollably.
I was about to protest when someone entered the room.
It was Jules.
“Sir Jules, is there a problem?”
“No, I am here to report that the training of 50 Elite Guards has been completed.”
That’s a lot of people all at once.
“Thank you for the hard work. Is everything all right with the other thing I asked you to do?”
“Yes, the ship maneuvering technology has been fully endorsed. We can sail up the river even in adverse winds. I will introduce them to my lord in due course.”
Although not marines, I wanted to be able to make an assault landing from a ship.
“Then, please continue your training in shiphandling. And then there’s the Navy… It’s frustrating that we can’t find anyone who falls into that category.”
Jules smiled.
“An old friend of Sir Rossi’s has volunteered and is being interviewed. When he was in his old domain, he was mainly in charge of ship operations. If there are no problems, I can introduce him to my lord.”
That’s a big help.
After finishing his report, Jules left in high spirits.
Then, finally, I thought I finally get a breath of fresh air… the door opened, the assistant aides walked in.
It was a festival day, but I’m very busy.
The aide reported that I had an appointment with Isabeau, the merchant.
Let’s get it all done at once anyway.
I told her I would see her as soon as possible.
Mil and Kiara looked at each other and laughed.
I couldn’t help but look at them.
“Is there something wrong?”
Mil stopped laughing and became serious.
“No, it’s not that, it’s just that having Al there made it so much easier. That’s why we both laughed.”
Kiara, too, became serious.
“Yes, we were both freaking out just by the idea of visitors. Thanks to Brother barrier, we don’t have to worry about it anymore.”
After a study, it’s a barrier now?
What the hell do you think I am…
Seeing my stunned expression, they started laughing again.
